How would this compare to giving raw meat? I live in a rural setting. I can get fresh beef or buffalo, or frozen. My dog is an outdoor German shepherd
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I'm not sure how it compares to fresh raw food but according to the packaging it's dried raw food that can be served dry or wet. I hope I answered your question.
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I'll preface this by saying, you should absolutely consult your vet before making an informed decision about your pets diet. I am not a vet professional. The ingredients in Stella & Chewys are largely organ meats, bones & some muscle tissue. This is not the same as tossing your dog a raw steak. Far from it. The ingredients in S&C; have been tested for harmful pathogens that could make your dog sick. Not making a blanket statement about feeding dogs raw meat, but it's something you should absolutely consult a professional about before doing.
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This would be VERY expensive for a dog the size of a GSD. I have two GSDs and I use this ONLY for their bedtime snack. The package tells you how much to feed and the instructions do not go above a 40 lb dog who would get 14 patties a day -- that is almost a whole package! If you have access to good raw meat you are much better off. But I do recommend this for treats and snacks -- nutritious, easy, no mess.
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I would feed the raw meat w/ veggies and supplements, if I were you. 'Stella & Chewy's' is expensive to feed to a large dog. I only use it because I have three small dogs and no easy access to raw meats, plus my dogs are indoors, so feeding raw meat would be difficult to do. Plus, you need to feed bones, which could be dangerous to my little dogs, but not to your German Shepard. Good luck!
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I have 2 labradors. One is 11 and one is 7 and they are around a fit 85 pounds. I would say we noticed a difference in about a month. Plus I am in rescue and have given it to some of my foster dogs. Every dog loves the taste including the picky ones. It is a great way to get them to eat their food and get some added nutrition in them as well. I started my labradors on it after it was suggested by someone who runs a large breed rescue group that I know and trust. My dogs have been on it for a few years and I will keep buying it. It has made a noticable change in my dogs. But make sure you follow the directions and keep it in the orginal packaging and keep it refrigerated or it may not work as well. I have 2 labradors. One is 11 and one is 7 and they are around a fit 85 pounds. I would say we noticed a difference in about a month. Plus I am in rescue and have given it to some of my foster dogs. Every dog loves the taste including the picky ones. It is a great way to get them to eat their food and get some added nutrition in them as well. I started my labradors on it after it was suggested by someone who runs a large breed rescue group that I know and trust. My dogs have been on it for a few years and I will keep buying it. It has made a noticable change in my dogs. But make sure you... » Read More I have 2 labradors. One is 11 and one is 7 and they are around a fit 85 pounds. I would say we noticed a difference in about a month. Plus I am in rescue and have given it to some of my foster dogs. Every dog loves the taste including the picky ones. It is a great way to get them to eat their food and get some added nutrition in them as well. I started my labradors on it after it was suggested by someone who runs a large breed rescue group that I know and trust. My dogs have been on it for a few years and I will keep buying it. It has made a noticable change in my dogs. But make sure you follow the directions and keep it in the orginal packaging and keep it refrigerated or it may not work as well. « Show Less
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I would think the fresh is better, but this ground is exceptional. I always use it because for me, it is the closest thing to real for a much easier to use and much less expensive alternative to fresh.
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The product has not been tested to work with raw beef. The type and texture of beef used is going to determine how well it cuts through the meat.
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That's how I read it. So as long as you're adding the meat and water as directed for the dog with normal activity, it should have a 5% fiber content because of the addition of water.
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if it is frozen really hard, it wouldn't slice it. and actually slightly frozen meat is slice better than just cold meat.
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If you keep the meat cold almost frozen it works better. Don't force the meat too much and it will do a great job. I use mine to grind chuck roast and pork butt.
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I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers (with receipts), so that is a 10% discount right there. Orijen is expensive, but so are vet bills. I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers... » Read More I'm not a vet, but I wouldn't mix this food as it is such a pure food source that it defeats the purpose of using this great food if you are adding less expensive food. Orijen is wheat and grain free, so you will be adding those things back in with other food sources. For the record, my dogs have been very healthy on this food, and I am really afraid of food sourcing from China (in a lot of standard dog foods). Since you have so many dogs, I would look into buying this from a retailer who will give you a break on volume purchases. Also, Orijen has a buy 10 get one free through retailers (with receipts), so that is a 10% discount right there. Orijen is expensive, but so are vet bills. « Show Less
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I really like how mine looks and handles. We filled them up with frozen beef from the locker plant and not a trace of thawing occurred on the way home. They worked great for the hundreds of pounds of meat in them. Only had them a few weeks, and in the garage, so I can't say if they will yellow.
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As best as I can tell. see http://www.meatprocessingproducts.com/11000.html?utm_source=11000&utm;_medium=shopping%2Bengine&utm;_campaign=googleproducts&gclid=CJmIsIak-rUCFQ-znQodHRsA7Q
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We have only cooked polish sausage and hot hogs so far. The raw ones may take longer and have more grease cooking out,might be a concern. I probably try it, just watch them close . Hope this helps.
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Probably best to ask folks at The Honest Kitchen this question about Preference. At most meals, my dogs get meat that's ground with 10% bone.
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should slice cheese if sliceable. never mind the spelling, you know what i mean. p.s. my slicer has a carriage with a back bar and a device to hold the object against the blade also. similar to the holder in a mandolin. i've effectively sliced raw chicken breasts 1/8" for jerky. 30 lbs. worth. with one big chunk of beef (london broil, brisket,sirloin) really smooth and easy. semi-frozen is easier yet. the last little pieces of softer meats are the hardest to do.
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HI the probiotics companies allow for some die off when shipping. They have more of the bacteria strains then what is listed on the box. We do have ice packs that we can ship with and just request it. Please note the ice will melt before the item gets there but will keep cool for a while but it will not be like when you ship meat on dry ice or anything like that.
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yes that is fine, and what do also is take baking grease and flavor water from like top ramen and free them in yougurt containers for our dogs. We breed and raise old english mastiffs which AKC show dogs so for when it comes to a $3000 dollar dog we do everything to keep them cool. So yes you can freeze them and give them frozen in the summer time
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Yes. The only difference I found is this one comes with recipes for dog treats. Otherwise, if the meat is precooked before it is dehydrated, it acts the same as one marketed specifically for human consumption.
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I don't know why you had that problem. I had ordered the Chicken Natural and it did not work. I asked for an exchange for the Beef Flavor (which by the way my dog LOVES) and they exchanged it for me with a 50% restocking fee. I am very happy with the product.